First look at Beyond Darklands 2026
In this exclusive behind-the-scenes teaser, Mr. Jay takes you back to the iconic Waagnatie in Antwerp for a first glimpse at the world that’s taking shape for Beyond Darklands 2026.
Standing amidst the raw concrete and steel of Hall 1, Mr. Jay reveals what’s next. For now, it’s just an empty shell filled with echoes, but by March it will transform into something entirely different, a living, breathing city of light and shadow.
This year, Beyond is going vertical. The first floor will host the rise of the darkest city on earth, while underneath it, in the depths of the halls, the true darkness comes alive in the infinite playgrounds of Beyond Darklands.
What you’ll see in the teaser is only a glimpse, a promise of what’s to come. From early design renders to full-scale construction, every piece of this evolving world is designed to take you bigger, higher, and deeper than ever before.
Curious to see more? Follow us on social media and stay tuned, because this is just the beginning.
